Albion set for talks in search for manager

But they have told fans they will not rush into a new appointment as they search for the right man to succeed Oscar Garcia.

Chairman Tony Bloom and chief executive Paul Barber have announced they will hold initial meetings with candidates on their short-list in the next few days.

Those in the running vary in nationality and levels of experience.

Barber is delighted with the quality of candidates.

He told seagulls.co.uk: "Our aim is to conclude things as efficiently as possible. The most important thing is not the speed of the appointment, it is about ensuring we find the right candidate that meets our criteria for the next stage of the Albion's development."

Good. I'm happy to hear news of progress being made. I would imagine the shortlist will contain any interested parties from a list of Hughton, Clement, Clarke, Mackay, Lennon, Sherwood and possibly Sami Hyypia (plus maybe one or two others to flesh out the numbers (Mowbray, Robinson?).

I wonder if Di Matteo has applied. Possibly not for same reasons Zola appears not to have done.

Good. I'm happy to hear news of progress being made. I would imagine the shortlist will contain any interested parties from a list of Hughton, Clement, Clarke, Mackay, Lennon, Sherwood and possibly Sami Hyypia (plus maybe one or two others to flesh out the numbers (Mowbray, Robinson?).
I wonder if Di Matteo has applied. Possibly not for same reasons Zola appears not to have done.Captain Haddock

albionfan33 wrote:
lets hope by the middle of the week we have the new man in and he can get to work rebuilding our squad for a promotion push once more

Agreed! While it's vitally important to get the right man, it's also vitally important he has as much time as possible to rebuild the squad!

[quote][p][bold]albionfan33[/bold] wrote:
lets hope by the middle of the week we have the new man in and he can get to work rebuilding our squad for a promotion push once more[/p][/quote]Agreed! While it's vitally important to get the right man, it's also vitally important he has as much time as possible to rebuild the squad!Ripe seagull.

See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article " I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.

See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article " I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.Rhodes Seagull

At least it won 't be Harry Redknapp who appears to have saved his skin with QPR. I still fancy Steve Clarke but whoever it is I'm prepared to give the new manager a chance but also I still expect the unexpected. UTA

At least it won 't be Harry Redknapp who appears to have saved his skin with QPR. I still fancy Steve Clarke but whoever it is I'm prepared to give the new manager a chance but also I still expect the unexpected. UTAJoel'sGrandad

''Chairman Tony Bloom and chief executive Paul Barber have announced they will hold initial meetings with candidates on their short-list in the next few days.''
No mention of David Burke being involved in the selection process.
Could this be an indication that candidates who will not work with a DOF are on the shortlist, and will be seriously considered for the job?

''Chairman Tony Bloom and chief executive Paul Barber have announced they will hold initial meetings with candidates on their short-list in the next few days.''
No mention of David Burke being involved in the selection process.
Could this be an indication that candidates who will not work with a DOF are on the shortlist, and will be seriously considered for the job?gordongull

Is it just me who thinks it a strange coincidence that less than 25 hours after the Champions League Final that Albion make the announcement ?
Makes me wonder that Clement MUST be one of the short list !!!

Is it just me who thinks it a strange coincidence that less than 25 hours after the Champions League Final that Albion make the announcement ?
Makes me wonder that Clement MUST be one of the short list !!!Aylesburyseagull

gordongull wrote:
''Chairman Tony Bloom and chief executive Paul Barber have announced they will hold initial meetings with candidates on their short-list in the next few days.''
No mention of David Burke being involved in the selection process.
Could this be an indication that candidates who will not work with a DOF are on the shortlist, and will be seriously considered for the job?

I doubt it. It just means the Chairman and CEO are in charge of recruitment - as they should be.

[quote][p][bold]gordongull[/bold] wrote:
''Chairman Tony Bloom and chief executive Paul Barber have announced they will hold initial meetings with candidates on their short-list in the next few days.''
No mention of David Burke being involved in the selection process.
Could this be an indication that candidates who will not work with a DOF are on the shortlist, and will be seriously considered for the job?[/p][/quote]I doubt it. It just means the Chairman and CEO are in charge of recruitment - as they should be.Albion In Staffs

I am fully expecting the unexpected from the Master poker player..............
........all the names we throw around on this site will probably not be standing in the home technical area in August! We shall see very soon, but I wish they would just get on with it!! Having 'initial' meetings with their short list sound like light years away from an appointment to me, however, I suspect, in reality the decision is much closer than this! UTA

I am fully expecting the unexpected from the Master poker player..............
........all the names we throw around on this site will probably not be standing in the home technical area in August! We shall see very soon, but I wish they would just get on with it!! Having 'initial' meetings with their short list sound like light years away from an appointment to me, however, I suspect, in reality the decision is much closer than this! UTAmark5

mark5 wrote:
I am fully expecting the unexpected from the Master poker player..............

........all the names we throw around on this site will probably not be standing in the home technical area in August! We shall see very soon, but I wish they would just get on with it!! Having 'initial' meetings with their short list sound like light years away from an appointment to me, however, I suspect, in reality the decision is much closer than this! UTA

As long as the unexpected is NOT Tony Mowbray. I couldn't think of a less inspiring choice!

[quote][p][bold]mark5[/bold] wrote:
I am fully expecting the unexpected from the Master poker player..............
........all the names we throw around on this site will probably not be standing in the home technical area in August! We shall see very soon, but I wish they would just get on with it!! Having 'initial' meetings with their short list sound like light years away from an appointment to me, however, I suspect, in reality the decision is much closer than this! UTA[/p][/quote]As long as the unexpected is NOT Tony Mowbray. I couldn't think of a less inspiring choice!Conelli98

Aylesburyseagull wrote:
Is it just me who thinks it a strange coincidence that less than 25 hours after the Champions League Final that Albion make the announcement ?
Makes me wonder that Clement MUST be one of the short list !!!

I was thinking exactly the same! Great minds etc
UTA

[quote][p][bold]Aylesburyseagull[/bold] wrote:
Is it just me who thinks it a strange coincidence that less than 25 hours after the Champions League Final that Albion make the announcement ?
Makes me wonder that Clement MUST be one of the short list !!![/p][/quote]I was thinking exactly the same! Great minds etc
UTAMerdalf the Wizard

I wonder if Nigel Clough would be interested? After all he can hardly relish another year in Div 1.

In my opinion he set Steve McClaren up nicely with Derby - by assembling the team which Steve took over and nearly benefitted from. After all - just look at the team which beat Albion 2-1 at the AMEX last August under Clough - virtually the same as the one McClaren played at Wembley.

I for one would welcome him with open arms.

I wonder if Nigel Clough would be interested? After all he can hardly relish another year in Div 1.
In my opinion he set Steve McClaren up nicely with Derby - by assembling the team which Steve took over and nearly benefitted from. After all - just look at the team which beat Albion 2-1 at the AMEX last August under Clough - virtually the same as the one McClaren played at Wembley.
I for one would welcome him with open arms.Vince

Captain Haddock wrote:
Good. I'm happy to hear news of progress being made. I would imagine the shortlist will contain any interested parties from a list of Hughton, Clement, Clarke, Mackay, Lennon, Sherwood and possibly Sami Hyypia (plus maybe one or two others to flesh out the numbers (Mowbray, Robinson?).

I wonder if Di Matteo has applied. Possibly not for same reasons Zola appears not to have done.

[quote][p][bold]Captain Haddock[/bold] wrote:
Good. I'm happy to hear news of progress being made. I would imagine the shortlist will contain any interested parties from a list of Hughton, Clement, Clarke, Mackay, Lennon, Sherwood and possibly Sami Hyypia (plus maybe one or two others to flesh out the numbers (Mowbray, Robinson?).
I wonder if Di Matteo has applied. Possibly not for same reasons Zola appears not to have done.[/p][/quote]unfortunately he has bigger fish to fry .........
http://www.dailymail
.co.uk/sport/footbal
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berto-Di-Matteo-pois
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nkfurt-manager.html
Thought the Amex was a nice looking stadium eh?Mancgulled

Well it is about speed also MR Barber because we don't want the same as last season where our new manager was dumped in the job with a squad they didn't know, this guy is such a carrot he is a joke does he really think we believe his bulls::t spin just get Paul on board and leave him to select who and when with his willing assistant Burke, with a two year plan to go auto or one year via the playoffs !!

Well it is about speed also MR Barber because we don't want the same as last season where our new manager was dumped in the job with a squad they didn't know, this guy is such a carrot he is a joke does he really think we believe his bulls::t spin just get Paul on board and leave him to select who and when with his willing assistant Burke, with a two year plan to go auto or one year via the playoffs !!Bucket feet Duffy

I'm only going to comment as I'm drunk. I just want you all to know that the only posts I read are MBS, Vegas and bbc1969 . You three provide a basis for constructive debate. I find your posts interesting. I trust bloom. That's it.

I'm only going to comment as I'm drunk. I just want you all to know that the only posts I read are MBS, Vegas and bbc1969 . You three provide a basis for constructive debate. I find your posts interesting. I trust bloom. That's it.Stress head

Vince wrote:
I wonder if Nigel Clough would be interested? After all he can hardly relish another year in Div 1.

In my opinion he set Steve McClaren up nicely with Derby - by assembling the team which Steve took over and nearly benefitted from. After all - just look at the team which beat Albion 2-1 at the AMEX last August under Clough - virtually the same as the one McClaren played at Wembley.

I for one would welcome him with open arms.

Yes he got the team together but could not motivate them sufficiently to achieve anything. As such he would be a good replacement for Burke with a motivator manager, Sherwood!.

[quote][p][bold]Vince[/bold] wrote:
I wonder if Nigel Clough would be interested? After all he can hardly relish another year in Div 1.
In my opinion he set Steve McClaren up nicely with Derby - by assembling the team which Steve took over and nearly benefitted from. After all - just look at the team which beat Albion 2-1 at the AMEX last August under Clough - virtually the same as the one McClaren played at Wembley.
I for one would welcome him with open arms.[/p][/quote]Yes he got the team together but could not motivate them sufficiently to achieve anything. As such he would be a good replacement for Burke with a motivator manager, Sherwood!.namgo49

Rhodes Seagull wrote:
See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article &quot; I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.

I don't understand the reaction to your post either mate.
I always think that when you don't communicate, others fill the vacuum that's left behind - usually with mis-information or rampant, ill-informed opinion.
Much better to set the agenda and calm everyone down (even by saying everything and nothing at the same time) because the alternative makes it look like:
A - you don't care (which they clearly do)
B - you're not doing anything (which they clearly are) or
C - you haven't got a clue (which I think they have).
I'll happily join you in receiving wholesale disapproval, because in this day and age, you have to find a way to communicate. the Ostrich approach sends the wrong signals.

[quote][p][bold]Rhodes Seagull[/bold] wrote:
See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article " I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.[/p][/quote]I don't understand the reaction to your post either mate.
I always think that when you don't communicate, others fill the vacuum that's left behind - usually with mis-information or rampant, ill-informed opinion.
Much better to set the agenda and calm everyone down (even by saying everything and nothing at the same time) because the alternative makes it look like:
A - you don't care (which they clearly do)
B - you're not doing anything (which they clearly are) or
C - you haven't got a clue (which I think they have).
I'll happily join you in receiving wholesale disapproval, because in this day and age, you have to find a way to communicate. the Ostrich approach sends the wrong signals.Albion In Staffs

iRobot208 wrote:
Lets pray UKIP gets free speech back in this once great country.All vile freeloaders soon out.English and pure in soul.

Ah so you are one of the weirdos votes for the UKIdioticParty? Always wondered what sort of imbecile do that in earnest.

[quote][p][bold]iRobot208[/bold] wrote:
Lets pray UKIP gets free speech back in this once great country.All vile freeloaders soon out.English and pure in soul.[/p][/quote]Ah so you are one of the weirdos votes for the UKIdioticParty? Always wondered what sort of imbecile do that in earnest.Captain Haddock

Joel'sGrandad wrote:
At least it won 't be Harry Redknapp who appears to have saved his skin with QPR. I still fancy Steve Clarke but whoever it is I'm prepared to give the new manager a chance but also I still expect the unexpected. UTA

Just glad it wasn't the Albion that BZ scored a last minute Wembley winner - my what irony!

[quote][p][bold]Joel'sGrandad[/bold] wrote:
At least it won 't be Harry Redknapp who appears to have saved his skin with QPR. I still fancy Steve Clarke but whoever it is I'm prepared to give the new manager a chance but also I still expect the unexpected. UTA[/p][/quote]Just glad it wasn't the Albion that BZ scored a last minute Wembley winner - my what irony!
Tough on Dean Cox - aah, the WithDEAN years - Cox, Hammond, White, Wilkins, Bowditch.....jackjessmax

Here's how it will be. TB, PB and whoever else is making the choice will wait too long and the good candidates will disappear to other clubs. We will end up with third or fourth choice and just have to make do with the scrapings off the bottom of the barrel. And why? Because they won't be prepared to offer a package that will attract a top calibre coach. They'll try to get someone on the cheap and will fail to attract a good guy. We'll probably end up with a Mowbray or a Hughton. When it happens I won't say I told you so just leave it to you to assess the situation.

Here's how it will be. TB, PB and whoever else is making the choice will wait too long and the good candidates will disappear to other clubs. We will end up with third or fourth choice and just have to make do with the scrapings off the bottom of the barrel. And why? Because they won't be prepared to offer a package that will attract a top calibre coach. They'll try to get someone on the cheap and will fail to attract a good guy. We'll probably end up with a Mowbray or a Hughton. When it happens I won't say I told you so just leave it to you to assess the situation.Max Ripple

Rhodes Seagull wrote:
See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article &quot; I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.

I don't understand the reaction to your post either mate.
I always think that when you don't communicate, others fill the vacuum that's left behind - usually with mis-information or rampant, ill-informed opinion.
Much better to set the agenda and calm everyone down (even by saying everything and nothing at the same time) because the alternative makes it look like:
A - you don't care (which they clearly do)
B - you're not doing anything (which they clearly are) or
C - you haven't got a clue (which I think they have).
I'll happily join you in receiving wholesale disapproval, because in this day and age, you have to find a way to communicate. the Ostrich approach sends the wrong signals.

Thanks for the back up.
There are here some who really care about the club and I would put myself in that category after 60+ years of following the ups and downs of the club but unfortunately there are two other categories (1) Those that just like to insert stupid comment and (2) The brain dead that think they no but really don't read it correctly or think they no it all.
As a Supporter/Follower of Brighton and Hove FC I am just happy that someone from the club at last has given out an up to date positive statement.

[quote][p][bold]Albion In Staffs[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Rhodes Seagull[/bold] wrote:
See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article " I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.[/p][/quote]I don't understand the reaction to your post either mate.
I always think that when you don't communicate, others fill the vacuum that's left behind - usually with mis-information or rampant, ill-informed opinion.
Much better to set the agenda and calm everyone down (even by saying everything and nothing at the same time) because the alternative makes it look like:
A - you don't care (which they clearly do)
B - you're not doing anything (which they clearly are) or
C - you haven't got a clue (which I think they have).
I'll happily join you in receiving wholesale disapproval, because in this day and age, you have to find a way to communicate. the Ostrich approach sends the wrong signals.[/p][/quote]Thanks for the back up.
There are here some who really care about the club and I would put myself in that category after 60+ years of following the ups and downs of the club but unfortunately there are two other categories (1) Those that just like to insert stupid comment and (2) The brain dead that think they no but really don't read it correctly or think they no it all.
As a Supporter/Follower of Brighton and Hove FC I am just happy that someone from the club at last has given out an up to date positive statement.Rhodes Seagull

Vince wrote:
I wonder if Nigel Clough would be interested? After all he can hardly relish another year in Div 1.

In my opinion he set Steve McClaren up nicely with Derby - by assembling the team which Steve took over and nearly benefitted from. After all - just look at the team which beat Albion 2-1 at the AMEX last August under Clough - virtually the same as the one McClaren played at Wembley.

I for one would welcome him with open arms.

I agree, sorted Sheffield out too but would he come?

I find the whole episode strange. Why make a point of saying they are in no rush to find a manager? Almost as if they don't fancy anyone on the shortlist. In the past Tony has just gone out and appointed a manager without going through the charade of a formal set of interviews.

If the chairman fancies a guy who stands out from the crowd, a Sherwood, a Clement, a Clough or a Holloway why insult them by lining them up in competition with the dross in formal interviews. This isn't Britain's Got Talent or the X Factor. This isn't the way CEO's or top bosses are appointed. This isn't the way most football managers are appointed.

The only thing I can think is that given they say there is no rush, the interviews are being conducted to put pressure on the one they really want to make up his mind or lower his demands.

[quote][p][bold]Vince[/bold] wrote:
I wonder if Nigel Clough would be interested? After all he can hardly relish another year in Div 1.
In my opinion he set Steve McClaren up nicely with Derby - by assembling the team which Steve took over and nearly benefitted from. After all - just look at the team which beat Albion 2-1 at the AMEX last August under Clough - virtually the same as the one McClaren played at Wembley.
I for one would welcome him with open arms.[/p][/quote]I agree, sorted Sheffield out too but would he come?
I find the whole episode strange. Why make a point of saying they are in no rush to find a manager? Almost as if they don't fancy anyone on the shortlist. In the past Tony has just gone out and appointed a manager without going through the charade of a formal set of interviews.
If the chairman fancies a guy who stands out from the crowd, a Sherwood, a Clement, a Clough or a Holloway why insult them by lining them up in competition with the dross in formal interviews. This isn't Britain's Got Talent or the X Factor. This isn't the way CEO's or top bosses are appointed. This isn't the way most football managers are appointed.
The only thing I can think is that given they say there is no rush, the interviews are being conducted to put pressure on the one they really want to make up his mind or lower his demands.pte

Rhodes Seagull wrote:
See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article &quot; I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.

I don't understand the reaction to your post either mate.
I always think that when you don't communicate, others fill the vacuum that's left behind - usually with mis-information or rampant, ill-informed opinion.
Much better to set the agenda and calm everyone down (even by saying everything and nothing at the same time) because the alternative makes it look like:
A - you don't care (which they clearly do)
B - you're not doing anything (which they clearly are) or
C - you haven't got a clue (which I think they have).
I'll happily join you in receiving wholesale disapproval, because in this day and age, you have to find a way to communicate. the Ostrich approach sends the wrong signals.

Thanks for the back up.
There are here some who really care about the club and I would put myself in that category after 60+ years of following the ups and downs of the club but unfortunately there are two other categories (1) Those that just like to insert stupid comment and (2) The brain dead that think they no but really don't read it correctly or think they no it all.
As a Supporter/Follower of Brighton and Hove FC I am just happy that someone from the club at last has given out an up to date positive statement.

Sorry guys but I am an Albion fan and have been since the early seventies. It's just that I can see that yet again something very strange is going on here. I want to be proved wrong, believe me. I want us to get a good manager. One with some balls and fire and spirit and exciting tactics and the knowledge of the English game to be able to get hold of good players. But I just can't see it happening. Please Mr Bloom and Mr Barber - prove me wrong!
I await the thumbs down.

[quote][p][bold]Rhodes Seagull[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Albion In Staffs[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Rhodes Seagull[/bold] wrote:
See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article " I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.[/p][/quote]I don't understand the reaction to your post either mate.
I always think that when you don't communicate, others fill the vacuum that's left behind - usually with mis-information or rampant, ill-informed opinion.
Much better to set the agenda and calm everyone down (even by saying everything and nothing at the same time) because the alternative makes it look like:
A - you don't care (which they clearly do)
B - you're not doing anything (which they clearly are) or
C - you haven't got a clue (which I think they have).
I'll happily join you in receiving wholesale disapproval, because in this day and age, you have to find a way to communicate. the Ostrich approach sends the wrong signals.[/p][/quote]Thanks for the back up.
There are here some who really care about the club and I would put myself in that category after 60+ years of following the ups and downs of the club but unfortunately there are two other categories (1) Those that just like to insert stupid comment and (2) The brain dead that think they no but really don't read it correctly or think they no it all.
As a Supporter/Follower of Brighton and Hove FC I am just happy that someone from the club at last has given out an up to date positive statement.[/p][/quote]Sorry guys but I am an Albion fan and have been since the early seventies. It's just that I can see that yet again something very strange is going on here. I want to be proved wrong, believe me. I want us to get a good manager. One with some balls and fire and spirit and exciting tactics and the knowledge of the English game to be able to get hold of good players. But I just can't see it happening. Please Mr Bloom and Mr Barber - prove me wrong!
I await the thumbs down.Max Ripple

Rhodes Seagull wrote:
See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article &quot; I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.

I don't understand the reaction to your post either mate.
I always think that when you don't communicate, others fill the vacuum that's left behind - usually with mis-information or rampant, ill-informed opinion.
Much better to set the agenda and calm everyone down (even by saying everything and nothing at the same time) because the alternative makes it look like:
A - you don't care (which they clearly do)
B - you're not doing anything (which they clearly are) or
C - you haven't got a clue (which I think they have).
I'll happily join you in receiving wholesale disapproval, because in this day and age, you have to find a way to communicate. the Ostrich approach sends the wrong signals.

Thanks for the back up.
There are here some who really care about the club and I would put myself in that category after 60+ years of following the ups and downs of the club but unfortunately there are two other categories (1) Those that just like to insert stupid comment and (2) The brain dead that think they no but really don't read it correctly or think they no it all.
As a Supporter/Follower of Brighton and Hove FC I am just happy that someone from the club at last has given out an up to date positive statement.

Sorry guys but I am an Albion fan and have been since the early seventies. It's just that I can see that yet again something very strange is going on here. I want to be proved wrong, believe me. I want us to get a good manager. One with some balls and fire and spirit and exciting tactics and the knowledge of the English game to be able to get hold of good players. But I just can't see it happening. Please Mr Bloom and Mr Barber - prove me wrong!
I await the thumbs down.

You may be right on the outcome and I have sympathy with your view. But the discussion with Rhodes on here was about general communication not what will ultimately happen.
Sending out the right message can build confidence in the recipients (the fans) and they clearly need to work on you!!!!

[quote][p][bold]Max Ripple[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Rhodes Seagull[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Albion In Staffs[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Rhodes Seagull[/bold] wrote:
See that was not that hard was it?
As I said in the previous article " I just wish that someone in the higher offices of our club would now come out and give us an up to date statement. We have been very patient awaiting some kind of positive news."
And for that I get 18 thumbs down?.[/p][/quote]I don't understand the reaction to your post either mate.
I always think that when you don't communicate, others fill the vacuum that's left behind - usually with mis-information or rampant, ill-informed opinion.
Much better to set the agenda and calm everyone down (even by saying everything and nothing at the same time) because the alternative makes it look like:
A - you don't care (which they clearly do)
B - you're not doing anything (which they clearly are) or
C - you haven't got a clue (which I think they have).
I'll happily join you in receiving wholesale disapproval, because in this day and age, you have to find a way to communicate. the Ostrich approach sends the wrong signals.[/p][/quote]Thanks for the back up.
There are here some who really care about the club and I would put myself in that category after 60+ years of following the ups and downs of the club but unfortunately there are two other categories (1) Those that just like to insert stupid comment and (2) The brain dead that think they no but really don't read it correctly or think they no it all.
As a Supporter/Follower of Brighton and Hove FC I am just happy that someone from the club at last has given out an up to date positive statement.[/p][/quote]Sorry guys but I am an Albion fan and have been since the early seventies. It's just that I can see that yet again something very strange is going on here. I want to be proved wrong, believe me. I want us to get a good manager. One with some balls and fire and spirit and exciting tactics and the knowledge of the English game to be able to get hold of good players. But I just can't see it happening. Please Mr Bloom and Mr Barber - prove me wrong!
I await the thumbs down.[/p][/quote]You may be right on the outcome and I have sympathy with your view. But the discussion with Rhodes on here was about general communication not what will ultimately happen.
Sending out the right message can build confidence in the recipients (the fans) and they clearly need to work on you!!!!Albion In Staffs

Top candidate says no.
B candidate says no
C candidate says no
Number four says yes,he would not be a happy bunny knowing he was that far down the line.

Seeing these managers might not give their answer there and then,I think
we will have to wait at least another two weeks before there is a new manager(coach)in place.

That Albion keep thight whom they want is normal.
Top candidate says no.
B candidate says no
C candidate says no
Number four says yes,he would not be a happy bunny knowing he was that far down the line.
Seeing these managers might not give their answer there and then,I think
we will have to wait at least another two weeks before there is a new manager(coach)in place.don't wanna do it like that

Aylesburyseagull wrote:
Is it just me who thinks it a strange coincidence that less than 25 hours after the Champions League Final that Albion make the announcement ?
Makes me wonder that Clement MUST be one of the short list !!!

I was thinking exactly the same! Great minds etc
UTA

I think there are quite a few on here that agree, would rather take a chance on a newbie manager than go with the failures sitting in the Market place, anyone that is worth anything is going to be snapped up or will just not apply.
If we can keep someone worthwhile for more than one season (if he isn't frustrated by director of football Mr charisma ) we might just get the opertunity in the Premier league.

[quote][p][bold]Merdalf the Wizard[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Aylesburyseagull[/bold] wrote:
Is it just me who thinks it a strange coincidence that less than 25 hours after the Champions League Final that Albion make the announcement ?
Makes me wonder that Clement MUST be one of the short list !!![/p][/quote]I was thinking exactly the same! Great minds etc
UTA[/p][/quote]I think there are quite a few on here that agree, would rather take a chance on a newbie manager than go with the failures sitting in the Market place, anyone that is worth anything is going to be snapped up or will just not apply.
If we can keep someone worthwhile for more than one season (if he isn't frustrated by director of football Mr charisma ) we might just get the opertunity in the Premier league.Bucket feet Duffy

Aylesburyseagull wrote:
Is it just me who thinks it a strange coincidence that less than 25 hours after the Champions League Final that Albion make the announcement ?
Makes me wonder that Clement MUST be one of the short list !!!

I was thinking exactly the same! Great minds etc
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I think there are quite a few on here that agree, would rather take a chance on a newbie manager than go with the failures sitting in the Market place, anyone that is worth anything is going to be snapped up or will just not apply.
If we can keep someone worthwhile for more than one season (if he isn't frustrated by director of football Mr charisma ) we might just get the opertunity in the Premier league.

Just listened to Clement on talk sport
Said he's very happy in Madrid his family is settled.
He will be looking to management sometime in the future.as ancellotti hasn't given him the shove yet
Didn't sound like a man that's about to leave. :-(
We shall see
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[quote][p][bold]Bucket feet Duffy[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Merdalf the Wizard[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Aylesburyseagull[/bold] wrote:
Is it just me who thinks it a strange coincidence that less than 25 hours after the Champions League Final that Albion make the announcement ?
Makes me wonder that Clement MUST be one of the short list !!![/p][/quote]I was thinking exactly the same! Great minds etc
UTA[/p][/quote]I think there are quite a few on here that agree, would rather take a chance on a newbie manager than go with the failures sitting in the Market place, anyone that is worth anything is going to be snapped up or will just not apply.
If we can keep someone worthwhile for more than one season (if he isn't frustrated by director of football Mr charisma ) we might just get the opertunity in the Premier league.[/p][/quote]Just listened to Clement on talk sport
Said he's very happy in Madrid his family is settled.
He will be looking to management sometime in the future.as ancellotti hasn't given him the shove yet
Didn't sound like a man that's about to leave. :-(
We shall see
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